Partnerships Advisor

Infrastructure Ontario (IO), an Ontario crown corporation, provides a wide range of services to support the Ontario government’s initiative to modernize and maximize the value of public infrastructure and realty. IO has been recognized domestically and internationally for the way it does business and the success it has had with its major projects, real estate services, infrastructure lending, commercial projects, and development mandate. IO delivers some of the most complex, ambitious commercial and land development solutions for the Province and continues to evolve and expand its capabilities to maximize its public impact and deliver on its vision of creating a connected, modern and competitive Ontario.
Position Purpose
As an Advisor, Partnerships, you will play a key role in supporting Infrastructure Ontario’s (IO) strategic engagement efforts. You will coordinate and optimize internal processes that support project intake, client engagement, and partnership development. Your work will directly contribute to the success of high-profile initiatives and help shape IO’s relationships with key partners across government and industry.
**What You Will Do**:

- Coordinate the Intake & Triage Process: Collaborate with project leads across IO to prepare new projects for strategic review. Support the development of materials for executive decision-making and continuously improve intake tools and databases.
- Maintain the Client Conversation Tracker (CCT): Ensure accurate data entry, follow-up tracking, and system improvements. Deliver training and support to internal teams to promote effective use of the CCT.
- Support the Client Assessment & Market Survey: Assist in procurement, scheduling, and material development for this annual initiative. Coordinate with consultants and internal teams to ensure timely and effective execution.
- Facilitate Partnership Meetings: Work with Partnerships Managers to plan and execute internal and external meetings. Develop agendas, align priorities, and support strategic discussions with ministry and agency partners.
- Drive Process Improvements: Identify opportunities to enhance coordination and collaboration across IO divisions. Partner with IT and Data & Analytics teams to implement system enhancements and optimize workflows.

**What We Are Looking For**:

- Professional Learnings: Demonstrated knowledge and appreciation of public policy, political science, or related fields through relevant professional development or experience.
- Experience: A few years’ experience in project coordination, stakeholder engagement, or public sector environments. Familiarity with ministry or agency operations is preferred.
- Technical Proficiency: Highly proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word. Experience with SharePoint or similar collaboration tools is an asset.
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Strong presentation and facilitation skills. Ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels and across departments. Skilled in adapting to different working styles and managing sensitive communications.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to identify trends, analyze data, and contribute to strategic recommendations. Comfortable navigating complex organizational dynamics and aligning diverse priorities.

**What We Offer**:

- Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
- A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
- A defined contribution pension plan, where IO contributes the equivalent of 5% of a full-time employee’s annual salary, with an option for IO to match an additional 5% contribution made by the employee. IO also offers a Group Retirement Savings Plan and Group Tax Free Savings Account, designed to help IO colleagues plan and save for their future.
- A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision, out-of-country care, paramedical services, and more.
- A pregnancy and parental leave program that offers expecting, eligible employees a top-up to 95% of their annual base salary for 31 weeks, and our parental leave program offers eligible employees a top-up to 95% of their annual base salary for 15 weeks.
- Access to our $1000 Healthcare Spending Account to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program and a Lifestyle Account that expands the eligibility of health and wellness options and can include coverage for gym memberships and fitness equipment, nutrition counselling or financial planning.
- Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being. IO will also cover the costs associated